Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Austin | Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Austin South Congress | Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Austin | Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Lake Charles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 11380 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $75
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Lake Charles by bus
How far is Austin from Lake Charles?
The distance covered from Austin to Lake Charles is 436 km (270 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Austin to Lake Charles?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Austin, and end it at Lake Charles Greyhound, in Lake Charles.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $58To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to Lake Charles, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $58 to $101 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-11-25.
What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to Lake Charles?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
